Stopping Engine, Parking Brake | Snapper NZM19480KWV, NZM21520KWV

Section 3 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3.2.1. STARTING ENGINE

NOTE: If after 5 seconds of cranking the engine does not start, release the key. Attempt starting again after waiting for approximately 20 seconds.

7.After engine starts, move the choke control to the “OFF” or no choke position. Allow a brief warm-up until engine runs smooth.

3.2.2. STOPPING ENGINE

1.Stop engine by turning key to “STOP” position. Move engine speed to the Turtle “SLOW” position and turn key to “STOP”. See Figure 3.6.

KEYSWITCH

SHOWN FROM OPERATOR’S VIEW POINT

FIGURE 3.6

WARNING

DO NOT operate blades in reverse. STOP blades. LOOK and SEE behind and down for children, pets, and hazards before and while backing.

3.2.3.STARTING MOWER BLADES

1.Start engine and set engine speed control to the Rabbit “FAST” position. See Figure 3.5.

2.Pull the Blade Switch up to the “ON” position to engage or turn “ON” the mower blades. See Figure 3.2.

3.2.4.STOPPING MOWER BLADES

1.Push Blade Switch down to “OFF” position to disengage or turn “OFF” the blades.

2.Move engine speed control to the Turtle “SLOW” position. Turn key to “STOP” position.

WARNING

Once blades are disengaged, they should come to a complete stop in 7 seconds. If the blades continue to rotate after 7 seconds, the electric clutch should be checked. Adjustment or replacement of electric clutch may be necessary. Return the machine to an authorized Snapper dealer for replacement. DO NOT CONTINUE to operate mower if blades fail to stop in 7 seconds.

3.2.5. PARKING BRAKE

1.Engage parking brake by pulling the parking brake lever back to the engaged position. See Figure 3.7.

NOTE: Engaging parking brake prior to placing motion control levers in the neutral lock position will cause engine to die. See Figure. 3.7.

3.Release parking brake by pushing parking brake lever forward to the released position. See Figure 3.8.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER IN ENGAGED “ON” POSITION

MOTION

CONTROL

LEVER

LEVER SHOWN IN

THE NEUTRAL

LOCK POSITION

FIGURE 3.7

PARKING BRAKE LEVER IN RELEASED “OFF” POSITION

FIGURE 3.8

WARNING

DO NOT park the machine on slopes. DO NOT leave machine with engine running. Stop engine. Stop blades. Engage parking brake. Remove key.

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